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Our inquiry response focuses on those issues which we feel are of greatest importance for rural communities going forward. Submission of evidence from the Rural Services Network to the EFRA Committee...
A survey of RSN members in February-March 2011 has sought information about their revenue budgets over the next two years and the implications for service provision in rural areas. Analysis of Budget Reductions Survey...
An online survey was circulated at the end of June 2012 to all RSN Membership lists to gather views on exisiting RSN services and future service development. The below link is an anaylsis of the results. Analysis of RSN...
A survey has been run for the Rural Services Network (RSN) of its membership to gather evidence about the prospects for Building the Big Society in rural England. Building the Big Society...
RURAL communities are set to benefit from a new injection of funding to help revive their villages through community enterprise. It comes after the Plunkett Foundation teamed up with long-term supporters the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation to create a...
It is clear that to live in rural areas presents challenges with regard access to services, engaging in business, commuting to work, as well as participating in social activities. - Travel Distance Analysis The above analysis presents...
Car use is a significant mode of transport for many in rural areas, with households very often needing more than one vehicle to fulfil the demands of rural living. - Car Use Analysis In light of this, the above...
A household is said to be in fuel poverty if it spends more than 10% of its income on fuel to maintain a satisfactory heating regime (usually 21 degrees for the main living area, and 18 degrees for other occupied...
Sport England's Active People survey is the largest ever survey of sport and active recreation to be undertaken in Europe. Analysis of Sport England’s Active People Survey 5 - Analysis User Guide...
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Amid reduced public spending, fair resource allocation across regions is crucial. Despite a population larger than Greater London, rural areas receive significantly less funding for essential services, even though delivering these services in rural areas is more expensive.
Economic growth is widely acknowledged as essential for national wealth and prosperity and is a priority for political parties. Rural economies, employing millions and home to a higher proportion of small businesses, have potential for growth if barriers are removed.
Rural residents face distinct healthcare challenges, including limited access to transport, longer distances to medical facilities, an aging demographic, housing inadequacies, digital connectivity gaps, and difficulties recruiting health and care workers.
Rural communities are grappling with a severe affordable housing crisis, marked by high house prices, a lack of affordable housing, elevated living costs, and lower incomes, threatening their sustainability and vitality.
Transport is vital for the quality of life and economic health of rural areas, yet it faces challenges such as infrequent public bus services and less Government funding compared to urban regions.
Rural areas, encompassing a substantial portion of England's population and land, play a pivotal role in combating climate change and achieving the net zero target.
In an increasingly digital world, the lack of robust digital infrastructure in rural areas severely limits access to crucial services and stifles economic growth.
A future-focused vision for rural communities involves not just building the right homes in the right places but also ensuring thriving, sustainable communities.
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